Ghana has secured a $13 million Japanese grant to stabilize electricity in Tamale, aiming to enhance infrastructure and meet growing energy demands. While a key step, experts stress the need for long-term investment in renewable energy and grid expansion to ensure lasting energy security beyond immediate relief efforts.
The people of Tamale woke up to some relief as Ghana has secured a 1.92 billion Japanese Yen (approximately $13 million) grant from Japan to enhance and stabilize electricity supply in Tamale, a key urban hub in the country’s Northern region. The funding aims to strengthen the city’s power infrastructure and support its growing energy demands. This grant will go a long way to ensure constant electricity supply to Tamale and its environs.
The announcement was made by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, via a social media post on March 10, 2025.
“This morning, I signed an Exchange of Notes with His Excellency Yoshimoto Hiroshi, the Japanese Ambassador to Ghana, to unlock a grant of 1.92 billion Japanese Yen ($13 million) for the stabilization of electricity supply in Tamale City,” Ablakwa stated.
The grant is part of broader bilateral discussions aimed at deepening economic cooperation between Ghana and Japan. The funding is expected to drive essential power infrastructure upgrades to improve reliability and efficiency in Tamale’s electricity distribution network.
Sustainable Energy Solution or Temporary Relief?
While the initiative is a step toward resolving Tamale’s long-standing power instability, questions remain about its long-term impact. Experts suggest that sustained investments in renewable energy, grid expansion, and maintenance will be crucial in ensuring that the improvements are not merely temporary fixes but a foundation for lasting energy security in the region.
Although specific implementation timelines and infrastructure details are yet to be disclosed, the project signals a strategic effort by Ghana to enhance energy access in underserved areas.
Last Updated on March 10, 2025 by samboad
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